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FAQs

Have questions?

We’re here to answer your questions. We hope the following FAQs will provide the information you are seeking.

General

How can my child join an ensemble of New Jersey Youth Symphony?

Students in grades 3-12 are welcome to audition for NJYS during our Open Auditions at the end of May. Mid-year auditions may be available depending on open positions. Email us at info@njys.org for more information.

What instruments can be a part of NJYS?

Orchestral instruments, Percussion, and Jazz instruments

Does my child have to have a private teacher?

Yes, NJYS strongly recommends all students study privately. Our Performing Arts School has a wide range of available instructors. Call (908) 790-0700 for more information.

What is the time commitment for an NJYS ensemble?

The NJYS season runs from September to May. On average, students are in rehearsal once a week, Sunday through Thursday, depending on their ensemble, and rehearsals are anywhere from 1.5-3 hours. Concert weeks include extra time/separate days for the dress rehearsal, and a soundcheck about 2 hours before the concert.

Programs

What Ensembles do you offer?

Full Orchestras: Youth Symphony, Youth Orchestra, Philharmonia

String Orchestras: Sinfonia, Concertino Strings, Primo Strings

Wind Ensembles: Flute Choir, Flute Forum, Fortissimo Flutes, Clarinet Ensemble, CL4tet (Clarinet Quartet), Concertino Winds

Percussion: Percussion Ensemble and Percussion Quartet

Jazz: Jazz Orchestra, Big Band, Saxophone Ensemble

For more information visit our Ensembles Page.

Where do rehearsals and concerts take place?

The NJYS campus is located at 570 Central Avenue, New Providence, NJ. Concert venues include UCPAC in Rahway, St. Elizabeth University in Morristown, Memorial Auditorium and Alexander Theater at Montclair State University, Richardson Theater at Princeton University, Nicholas Theater at Rutgers University, The Concert Hall at Drew University, and many more.

Do you have a Chamber Music program?

Yes! Students interested in the Chamber Music program should join us for our NJYS Open Auditions. The Chamber Music is an eight-week program, starting at the end of September. Participants prepare a piece of music with a coach provided by NJYS and perform in a Chamber Music Recital at the end of the session.

When are the auditions?

Audition Registration for the 2022-2023 Season will open on April 1, 2022. Auditions will take place in person, from May 18-June 6, 2022.

Do members audition every year?

All students audition each year to secure a position in an ensemble regardless of their previous participation in the program.

Cost / Tuition

What is the cost of the program?

Tuition costs vary for each NJYS ensemble and payment plans are available. There is an audition fee of $60 per individual student or $90 per family (more than 1 child). For more information, visit our Ensembles page.

Do you offer scholarships?

NJYS offers tuition assistance. Applications for tuition assistance should be submitted during the audition process. For more information email us at info@njys.org.

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If you have additional questions, please contact us.

Wharton Arts

Wharton Arts is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization and is committed to being accessible to all patrons, students, parents and visitors. All programs, classes, events and concerts are accessible ensuring that everyone can participate in a diverse range of arts programming and classes.

Email info@whartonarts.org
Phone 908.790.0700
Address 60 Locust Avenue,
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
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